Strategy Director Jobs in Ohio
Strategy Director jobs in Ohio are concentrated in Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati, where major employers like Nationwide, KeyCorp, and Procter & Gamble maintain strategy functions that recruit at both the director and senior director level. Demand is strongest in corporate strategy, market expansion, and operational transformation, reflecting Ohio's mix of Fortune 500 headquarters, regional financial institutions, and large healthcare systems. Ohio consistently ranks among the more active Midwest markets for senior strategy hires. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
WORKING AT ABBOTT:
At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:
- Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of
- Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO
- An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution
- Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree
- A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune
- A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists
Our nutrition business develops science-based nutrition products for people of all ages, from helping babies and children grow, to keeping adult bodies strong and active. Millions of people around the world count on our leading brands – including Similac®, PediaSure®, Pedialyte®, Ensure®, and Glucerna® – to help get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest life.
Our location in Columbus, OH, currently has an opportunity for a Director, Strategic Accounts and Sales Operations.
The Director, Strategic Accounts and Sales Operations will be responsible for leading a cross-functional team comprised of the strategic accounts team as well as the sales operation and analytics functions for the Pediatric Nutrition Business Unit. Primary responsibilities include driving a vision of Operational Excellence through; 1) leading the strategic accounts team (National Accounts Managers and Clinical Specialists) that drive relationships with key hospital systems, 2) leading the analysis and insights to support the sales organization, 3) sales reporting, analysis and bonus development and execution for the sales team, 4) working in conjunction with the Marketing and Sales Training team on development of field sales tactical plan leveraging insights and best practices from the field.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
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Sales Force strategy and business planning for >300-person sales organization.
- Lead Sales Analytics and Sales Operations teams
- Translate business insights into sales strategy, field priorities, and growth initiatives to front line sales team as well as integration of sales best practices into marketing strategy.
- Partner with senior leadership on business planning, resource allocation, and execution strategy
- Development and execution of sales force geographical alignments
- Lead bonus plan development and execution
- Monthly sales analysis and reporting including the usage of sales tracking software (saleforce.com or other system of record) for field sales analytics
- Supply Chain support on hospital inventory management and forecasting
- Commercial strategy and customer engagement for national hospital systems
- Lead the National Account Manager team that is responsible for national and/or multi-regional scope or broad hospital system accounts.
- Alignment on Clinical Specialist team priorities for execution of strategies and programs with key healthcare customers.
- Direct contract strategy, account growth initiatives, and executive-level customer relationships
- Oversee market access strategies and account engagement plans for priority health systems and strategic customers
- Coordinate cross-functional resources to drive customer adoption, contract performance, and business growth
- Executive Leadership & Influence
- Serve as a strategic advisor to senior commercial leadership
- Present recommendations and influence decisions impacting sales performance, customer strategy, and organizational priorities
-
People Leadership
- Recruit and develop organizational talent
- Collaborate with Sr. Manager of Sales Training in the planning and execution of sales meetings
- Travel: 30-50% as business requires
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING
Required
- BS degree, MS/MBA preferred.
- Minimum 8 years’ experience in sales and 3 years of leadership experience.
- Strong ability to work with cross functional partners to drive engagement and achieve results
- Proven success at leading team to deliver insight. Must have demonstrated ability to lead analyses to completion and present and communicate complex data in non-technical way to guide organizational thinking, strategy development and execution.
- Demonstrated strong presentation and communication skills. Proven success in presenting complex data to executive senior leaders in an organization and interacting and conducting strategic discussions with multi-divisional leaders.
- Strong work ethic, passion for the business and driving results.
- Proven success in ability to recruit, coach and develop organizational talent.
WHAT WE OFFER
At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:
- Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance
- Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans
- Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs
- Paid time off
- 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
- The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities
Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully: www.abbottbenefits.com
Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.
Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.
The base pay for this position is $149,300.00 – $298,700.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
WORKING AT ABBOTT:
At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:
- Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of
- Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO
- An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution
- Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree
- A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune
- A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists
Our nutrition business develops science-based nutrition products for people of all ages, from helping babies and children grow, to keeping adult bodies strong and active. Millions of people around the world count on our leading brands – including Similac®, PediaSure®, Pedialyte®, Ensure®, and Glucerna® – to help get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest life.
Our location in Columbus, OH, currently has an opportunity for a Director, Strategic Accounts and Sales Operations.
The Director, Strategic Accounts and Sales Operations will be responsible for leading a cross-functional team comprised of the strategic accounts team as well as the sales operation and analytics functions for the Pediatric Nutrition Business Unit. Primary responsibilities include driving a vision of Operational Excellence through; 1) leading the strategic accounts team (National Accounts Managers and Clinical Specialists) that drive relationships with key hospital systems, 2) leading the analysis and insights to support the sales organization, 3) sales reporting, analysis and bonus development and execution for the sales team, 4) working in conjunction with the Marketing and Sales Training team on development of field sales tactical plan leveraging insights and best practices from the field.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
-
Sales Force strategy and business planning for >300-person sales organization.
- Lead Sales Analytics and Sales Operations teams
- Translate business insights into sales strategy, field priorities, and growth initiatives to front line sales team as well as integration of sales best practices into marketing strategy.
- Partner with senior leadership on business planning, resource allocation, and execution strategy
- Development and execution of sales force geographical alignments
- Lead bonus plan development and execution
- Monthly sales analysis and reporting including the usage of sales tracking software (saleforce.com or other system of record) for field sales analytics
- Supply Chain support on hospital inventory management and forecasting
- Commercial strategy and customer engagement for national hospital systems
- Lead the National Account Manager team that is responsible for national and/or multi-regional scope or broad hospital system accounts.
- Alignment on Clinical Specialist team priorities for execution of strategies and programs with key healthcare customers.
- Direct contract strategy, account growth initiatives, and executive-level customer relationships
- Oversee market access strategies and account engagement plans for priority health systems and strategic customers
- Coordinate cross-functional resources to drive customer adoption, contract performance, and business growth
- Executive Leadership & Influence
- Serve as a strategic advisor to senior commercial leadership
- Present recommendations and influence decisions impacting sales performance, customer strategy, and organizational priorities
-
People Leadership
- Recruit and develop organizational talent
- Collaborate with Sr. Manager of Sales Training in the planning and execution of sales meetings
- Travel: 30-50% as business requires
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING
Required
- BS degree, MS/MBA preferred.
- Minimum 8 years’ experience in sales and 3 years of leadership experience.
- Strong ability to work with cross functional partners to drive engagement and achieve results
- Proven success at leading team to deliver insight. Must have demonstrated ability to lead analyses to completion and present and communicate complex data in non-technical way to guide organizational thinking, strategy development and execution.
- Demonstrated strong presentation and communication skills. Proven success in presenting complex data to executive senior leaders in an organization and interacting and conducting strategic discussions with multi-divisional leaders.
- Strong work ethic, passion for the business and driving results.
- Proven success in ability to recruit, coach and develop organizational talent.
WHAT WE OFFER
At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:
- Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance
- Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans
- Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs
- Paid time off
- 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
- The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities
Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully: www.abbottbenefits.com
Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.
Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.
The base pay for this position is $149,300.00 – $298,700.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Electronics & Hardware
- Retail
- Education
- Medical Devices
What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in strategy director jobs across Ohio.
- MBA or advanced degree in business, strategy, or a related field required
- Seven or more years of progressive experience in corporate or management consulting strategy
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence senior leadership
- Experience with market analysis, competitive intelligence, and long-range planning
- Strong financial modeling and data-driven decision-making skills
- Prior experience in Ohio-based industries such as healthcare, financial services, or manufacturing preferred
Strategy Director Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a strategy director in Ohio?
Most strategy director roles in Ohio require a bachelor's degree at minimum, with an MBA strongly preferred by the state's largest employers in Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati. Ohio does not require a state-issued license for this role. Candidates typically build experience through management consulting, corporate finance, or senior analyst positions before moving into director-level strategy. Strong tenure with a recognizable Ohio employer or a top-tier consulting firm carries significant weight with hiring managers.
Which companies hire strategy directors in Ohio?
Employers hiring strategy directors in Ohio right now include Vertiv, Abercrombie & Fitch, and DHL, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Ohio's concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters, major health systems, and regional financial institutions makes it one of the more consistent Midwest markets for senior strategy roles.
Which Ohio cities have the most strategy director jobs?
Cleveland, Cincinnati, and Westerville account for the largest share of strategy director openings in Ohio. Columbus drives much of the volume as the state capital and home to a dense cluster of insurance, financial services, and technology headquarters, while Cleveland and Cincinnati add openings through their respective healthcare systems, manufacturing conglomerates, and regional banks.
Are there remote strategy director jobs in Ohio?
Yes, and more than most fields, since strategy director work is primarily analytical and presentation-driven rather than on-site. About 45% of strategy director openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting broader corporate flexibility for senior-level roles. Work involving board presentations, M&A due diligence, or cross-functional project leadership is most commonly offered with hybrid or flexible arrangements.
How can I get hired as a strategy director in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a senior strategy analyst or associate strategy manager role at a large Ohio employer, which creates a direct internal pipeline to director positions. Companies like Nationwide, Huntington Bancshares, and major Ohio health systems including Cleveland Clinic and OhioHealth run structured rotational and high-potential programs that place early-career candidates in strategy-adjacent work. Building experience in financial analysis, management consulting, or business development and earning an MBA from an Ohio program such as Fisher College of Business or Weatherhead School of Management strengthens a candidacy considerably.
Where can I find and apply to strategy director jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to strategy director jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings across industries and metro areas. Search the listings, find the roles that match your background and target location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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